Conner...broken or dislocated?

Conner came home from school Wednesday saying he hurt his finger playing football at lunch recess. The nurse had taped it and sent him back to class. He told us it hurt, but really didn't complain too much about it until today. After cleaning with Oma today I get home to Erik saying he thought we should take Conner in and have his finger x-rayed. He headed off to work, I fed the kids, bathed them, then Conner and I headed in to the ER. X-ray time, wish Aunt Rissa could have done them. They had him but his fingers in some crazy positions.
Conner he is such a good sport. He was happy to be able to watch ESPN while waiting for things to happen. Tyler notice it is his middle finger, he wants to be just like you (you had a hurt middle finger right?). We joked about how this was the only time he could have his middle finger up.
Oh and x-rays show only a sprain, yeah! Now he can still play WHAM basketball on Tuesday, his first practice. Love this kid!

Crew is FOUR today!

Happy Birthday CREW! Wow you are four?! Crew is one smart little man. His mom, Heather, teaches preschool and watch out Crew knows his stuff. He is a very kind and polite little man. He loves hanging out with his dad and is very good with Case. We love you!

Mesa Temple has amazing Christmas Lights!

Sunday, December 7 we went into town to see the temple lights. I am amaze each year how beautiful and creative the lights are. The kids loved them. I love the nativity display too. The new statues look so real. We watched the Luke II movie, I love this time of year. Glad we were able to go as a family!

We now OFFICIALLY have a teenager...scary!

Lindsey is born, oh what happy people we were. She was a week late and had to be induced. My epidural didn't work, so it was kind of a painful delivery, but well worth it.
2 months old - Lindsey had a bow on at all times.
5 months old - Lindsey was on chunky baby. We loved it, so much to love on!

7 months old - 2 teeth on bottom you can see! This was one of my favorite bows and dress. Lindsey was such a happy baby. I worked teaching children with special needs, it killed me to leave her everyday. Aunt LaSchelle watched her 1/2 a day and then Erik picked her up in time for afternoon nap time. She was definitely in good hands.

1 years old and what a cute personality.

October 1997 right before Lindsey turned 3. She was the cutiest Dorothy for Halloween. Lindsey had the curliest hair as a toddler. Easter 2000 Lindsey and Conner all ready to go to church.

2000 - Lindsey always did a great job at poising for the camera.

Apples to Zebras preschool - what a fun time for Lindsey.

Lindsey got to go to a FREE PreK program because her birthday fell between August and December. She loved it!

1/2 DAY Kindergarten - what an exciting year. She went to Bologna Elementary in Chandler.

Happy Lindsey!First Grade (Bologna Elementary) - Lindsey loves to go to school. A very social child and loves to learn. Lindsey and Kayla Romney, FIRST Diamondback game.
January 2002 - Lindsey loses her FIRST tooth!April 2002 Learns to ride her bike, no more training wheels, YEAH! 2002 - One of my favorite pictures, Lindsey, Carly, and Conner. Lindsey has always been a great helper with her younger siblings.

Second grade, oh I love this girl!

Lindsey took dance for awhile. Third grade Lindsey plays soccer. Riley Palmer and Shannon Adair were on her team. She loved soccer and was quite fast on her feet.

First trip to DISNEYLAND (in August)! We left Carly with Oma and Papa and took Lindsey and Conner. We had a SUPER fun time.

Lindsey turns EIGHT...her special baptism day! Making great decisions at such a young age.

Third grade, just started wearing glasses. She looks so cute!Fourth grade, braces put on March 2006. Lindsey had to have surgery to pull out her front tooth. They then attached a chain to the tooth up in her gums that didn't want to come down. What a tough and brave girl. Also moved to Queen Creek in April 2006.

Fifth grade, Lindsey has always tried to choose the right. She is a leader and isn't afraid to tell you what she thinks.

First performance in a play, Seussical. Lindsey and Shannon Price tried out together, way to go! Sixth grade, Lindsey started out at San Tan Elementary and after Christmas transfered to Queen Creek Middle School. This was a tough year, but once Lindsey moved over to Queen Creek Middle School she made some amazing friends. This was a huge turning point in Lindsey's life. She really started to connect with the girls in our ward and has made some amazing friendships. Thankful to our Heavenly Father who knew what Lindsey needed and has blessed her greatly. While at Queen Creek Middle School Lindsey took choir. This is her FIRST choir concert. Lindsey enjoys singing - she goes with her dad every Sunday to ward choir practice.

Summer 2008, FIRST girls camp! What an awesome experience, I got to be the camp director. I loved being there with Lindsey! First VOLLEYBALL team (7th grade, Barney Middle School)! Way to go Lindsey!! 60 girls tried out and the coach kept 12. Lindsey likes to set and was the co-captain! Fun times! (Oivia Knapp/Megan Hunt, two of Lindsey's best friends!)

Today, December 7, 2008 Lindsey turned THIRTEEN! yikes, a true teenager...Yesterday she and I went shopping for a new Sunday outfit (skirt, shirt and of course earrings)! She looked so pretty today. Her meal choice was lasugna, salad, garlic bread and cupcake cookies for dessert (oh yeah, drumstick ice cream too)! She bore her testimony and even went to choir practice on her BIRTHDAY! Luckily she got a nap in and then we opened presents (a new comforter set to redue her bedroom and the Breaking Dawn book). Spent the evening as a family checking out the Temple Christmas lights.

Happy Birthday Lindsey! We love you and have enjoyed everyday of your life. You are such a great young lady making such good choices. Thanks for being such a good big sister and one of my very best friends!

Queen Creek parade!

Today we rode/walked in the Queen Creek parade on the London's Run parade.
The first London’s Run was a benefit event for London’s family in 2006 made possible by the caring support of the Queen Creek residents. London Solomon was a courageous six year old girl who fought a brave and cheerful fight against an aggressive type of leukemia (AML). Her grace still inspires all of us to take advantage of each new day without fear of doing hard things and cherishing our relationships with each other.

I serve with London's mom (in Cub Scouts) and have gotten involved with London's Run event. It is an amazing experience for me and I really enjoy serving with the people involved. We decided to share in the excitement of participating with the float in the parade today. Summer Edwards, Lindsey, Brylee Solomon (cousin of London's) they passed out fliers about London's Run. SUPER girls!!
Dallin Edwards, Calvin Solomon (cousin of London's), Conner, Cherish (cousin of London's) they walked next to the float and passed out candy.
Not only is there the London's Run event to raise money/awareness of children with cancer, but a London's Ride (with horses) has been started. It is so cool!

Cole playing with Brigg Solomon (London's brother) he was a lifesaver! Cole thought he was so cool. He took him and walked him next to the float, gave him a piggy back ride, put him on his shoulders and entertained him pretty much the whole time. I owe him big time, thank you Brigg.

Carly and Haley Porter (a friend from the ward)

Here is a glimpse of the float. What a fun time!

Carly rode in the float and patiently waved to all the viewers. You would of thought she was the Princess of the parade.

We love living in Arizona- the weather is so beautiful right now. We are trying to do things outside as much as possible.

Thanks Heather and Warren Solomon family for letting us be apart of your day today (amazing people)!

Conner received his BEAR!

Tuesday, December 2 Conner received his BEAR award for Cub Scouts. He is such a good kid and works hard at completing his requirements.

He had to wear this silly hat! He looked like PAPA bear!

I can't believe his birthday is in 2 weeks and he will be 10 - and in WEBELOS! Way to go CONNER!

Carly's hair...it is short!

A few weeks ago we cut Carly's hair super short. At first she was a little sad because she wanted to be able to have braids. Now she loves it and get compliments on how cute it is all the time.
It is fun to do something a little different. Carly is such a cute girl.